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Family Case Statistics Overview
Family Case Timeline
Family law cases in Phoenix typically resolve within 3 to 18 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial.
Phoenix Court Backlog
The estimated backlog of active family law cases in Maricopa County courts ranges from 200 to 700, reflecting ongoing demand and court capacity.
Family Phoenix Filing Volume
Phoenix sees an estimated 250 to 400 new family law filings per month, including divorce, custody, and support matters.
Family Case Outcomes
Resolution rates vary: about 30% of cases settle pre-litigation, 55% after filing but before trial, and up to 65% are resolved by the conclusion of trial.
FAQs - Family Lawyers in 85004 city Phoenix
How many Adoption, Family lawyers actively serve residents of Phoenix, Arizona (85004)?
Approximately 43 licensed attorneys focus on Adoption, Family across Phoenix, Arizona (85004). Most matters are filed through the Arizona District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps.
How long do Adoption, Family matters usually take in courts near Phoenix (85004)?
Adoption, Family cases in Phoenix, Arizona usually take around 2-10 months depending on complexity and the Arizona District Court docket.
Which local court most often hears Adoption, Family cases for people living in Phoenix, Arizona?
Residents of Phoenix typically see Adoption, Family filings handled by the Arizona District Court. Proximity to 85004 helps with quick submissions and clerk communications.
Do attorneys around 85004 offer a free first consultation for Adoption, Family?
About 42% of firms near ZIP 85004 offer a free first consultation for Adoption, Family, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
Amanda Szpakowski is a seasoned family law attorney with extensive experience representing clients in complex divorce, custody, and post-decree matters throughout the state of Arizona. She is licensed to practice in all Arizona counties and has successfully represented clients at both the trial and appellate levels. Her practice is particularly focused on high-net-worth individuals and families with intricate financial, legal, and custody considerations.. Ms. Szpakowski is known for delivering strategic, detail-oriented representation in matters involving business and asset valuation, forensic accounting issues, high-conflict custody disputes, spousal maintenance, and premarital or postnuptial agreements. Her litigation experience, combined with a strong understanding of financial and psychological dynamics, allows her to offer clients comprehensive, sophisticated solutions that protect their interests and long-term goals.. With over a decade of dedicated family law practice, Ms. Szpakowski approaches each case with precision and discretion. She is deeply committed to client service, ensuring that clients receive consistent communication, clear legal guidance, and a thorough understanding of each phase of the legal process. Her professionalism, preparation, and courtroom acumen have earned her a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals facing some of the most significant and sensitive transitions of their lives.. Ms. Szpakowski holds a Juris Doctor from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, where she concentrated in trial advocacy and family law. She earned her undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Family and Human Development. During her academic career, she was recognized on the Dean’s List and was inducted into both Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, and Phi Alpha Delta, the Pre-Law Fraternity.. At Cantor Law Group, Ms. Szpakowski is part of a distinguished team of attorneys committed to delivering high-caliber legal representation in family law.
111 East Taylor St., Suite 120 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Business , Civil , Health Care & Hospitalization, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Family
Elizabeth Martinez’s practice focuses primarily on family law, including divorce, child custody, paternity, legal separation, child support, spousal support, third-party rights, relocation, enforcement, and modification of domestic relations orders. Ms. Martinez has practiced exclusively in family law for over 11 years, and opened her own family law firm in April of 2011. She runs her private practice and also serves as of-counsel to the ASU Alumni Law Group where she supervises family law cases.
Dustin worked as a paralegal in a domestic relations/family law practice prior to attending law school. He worked as a commercial litigation/insurance defense attorney for the years immediately following law school. Then, after going through his own divorce in 2004, he again began studying family law and looking into shifting the focus of his practice.. In 2006, he became a single father of the most delightful little girl. The paternity action and negotiation of a parenting plan that would provide the best possible environment for the co-parenting of his daughter allowed him to again see this aspect of the law through the eyes of a client, as opposed to a lawyer.. Dustin’s personal life provides him with a very real perspective, allowing him to handle your family law matter with appropriate compassion.
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Banking, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Entertainment, Securities Offerings, Constitutional, Education, Wills & Living Wills, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Appeals
David focuses his practice in family law. He assists clients with divorces, child custody issues, post-decree modifications, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. David is experienced with high conflict family law matters and has tried numerous cases. He has particular expertise when dealing with issues relative to children both during dissolution and issues that arise after a client’s divorce or establishment matter. David passionately advocates for what matters most to his clients and builds a strategic, custom game plan for each. He takes pride in the details and genuinely cares for his clients and the best interests of their children. While his primarily practice is family law, David continues to have a passion for sports law and teaches both Family Law and Sports Law courses at ASU’s College of Law.
Mr. Horowitz is a shareholder with May Potenza Baran & Gillespie. He is the head of the Family Law/Domestic Relations Practice Group. David’s practice focuses on family law and domestic relations matters, including collaborative divorce, mediation, custody and child support. He is a past President of Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Arizona, and serves on the Arizona Supreme Court’s Child Support Guidelines Review Committee and the State Senate’s Domestic Relations Committee. David also serves as a Judge Pro Tempore for the Maricopa County Superior Court.. David is a certified family law specialist and is appointed to the Family Law Advisory Commission of the State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. David teaches family law at Phoenix College and The Arizona Summit Law School. David has presented for the following organizations/conferences:. Arizona Judicial Conference Arizona Judicial Council Quarles Brady Streich Lang Employment Law Symposium Arizona Family Law Institute American Bar Association Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs Commercial Law League of America Office of the Attorney General National Business Institute/Institute of Paralegal Education City of Phoenix “Faces of Diversity” Lecture Series Arizona Woman Lawyers Association State Bar of Arizona: Court on Professionalism; annual convention; numerous Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars; CLE Award, 2006 Employee Assistance Professionals Association City of Phoenix Attorney’s Office NALS…the Association for Legal Professionals: national, local, state and regional conferences Arizona Minority Bar Convention International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Collaborative Divorce Team Training Instructor of legal writing, legal ethics, family law and economics, Phoenix College Maricopa County Bar Association Arizona State University Public Events
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Civil , Family , Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense
David Michael Cantor has handled many high profile cases which have been covered by the local and national news media. He has been interviewed and has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, Inside Edition, the CBS Morning Show, Hannitty and Combs, and every local news channel including Univision. In addition, his cases have been covered by CNN, MSNBC, and even Howard Stern.. About David Michael Cantor:. Some of David Michael Cantor’s high profile cases include the Michael Gherman Wal-Mart double capital murder trial; the complete acquittal of Valinda Jo Elliott (the woman who became lost in the forest and set a signal fire which ultimately became the Rodeo-Chediski fire – burning more than five hundred thousand (500,000) acres and four hundred and forty (440) homes); the complete acquittal of Richard Simmons (who was accused of slapping a rather large “cage fighter” who was taunting him at the Sky Harbor Airport); and most recently the complete acquittal of Sgt. Patrick Haab (an off-duty Army Reservist who took seven (7) illegal immigrants into custody at gunpoint because they had charged at him from the desert , at night, near a local highway rest stop).. The David Michael Cantor Defense Team takes pride in being knowledgeable in all areas of forensic sciences. This includes DNA technology; Latent Fingerprint technology; Ballistics; Drug Recognition technology; Serology and Bodily Fluids testing; Blood, Breath and Urine Alcohol testing methods; Gas Chromatography and Infra-Red Mass-Spectrometry. In addition, the Cantor Criminal Defense Team has an extensive law library with research materials regarding FBI, Department of Public Safety, State and Local Police investigation manuals.. WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN KNOWING MORE THAN THE PROSECUTION AND POLICE OFFICERS!. If there is any defense to a criminal allegation (either factual or technical), the David Michael Cantor Defense Team will find it and utilize it to your benefit. The Cantor Defense Team, along with the numerous expert witnesses at their disposal, can give you your best chance at a complete acquittal or reduction of the charges. For a free initial consultation, call us at, or click here to contact us now.. The David Michael Cantor Defense Team is BEYOND AGGRESSIVE!!!. DM Cantor is a very well respected criminal defense firm in Phoenix, AZ. Our offices speciallizes in DUI defense, drug possession or use, sex crimes defense, white collar crimes, and other violent crimes.
Two Renaissance 40 N Central Ave , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Family, Juvenile
Daniel Wilcox is an attorney practicing exclusively in Family Law and Juvenile Law. Daniel obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Daniel, then moved to Arizona and graduated law school before beginning his legal career.Prior to joining Cantor Law Group, Daniel worked as an Assistant Attorney General at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office representing the Department of Child Safety. As a result, Daniel has extensive experience in Juvenile court matters including guardianships, adoptions, Dependency, and Terminations.. At Cantor Law Group Daniel zealously advocates for his clients through difficult and emotional times. Daniel is an experienced trial attorney focusing on all matters in family law and continues to practice in Juvenile law, including: dissolution of marriage, legal separation, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly “custody”), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, DCS cases, dependency, termination of parental rights, and adoption.
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Marriage & Prenuptials, Uncontested Divorce, LGBT+ Law
Andrea Banks is a family law associate with Cantor Law Group. She practices in Phoenix, Arizona, and in all surrounding counties in the State of Arizona. As an Arizona Native, Andrea has a heart of service. Born in Phoenix, but primarily raised in Flagstaff, she understands the needs of people from many different walks of life, which allows her to represent clients with genuine passion and concern. Andrea always strives to be a reliable and committed advocate to her clients during some of the most difficult times of their lives. Andrea will work tirelessly to be responsive, thorough, and make legal decisions with reason and care. Andrea will always work to achieve the best outcome possible for her clients.. Andrea received her undergraduate degree in Broadcasting Journalism from the University of Arizona and her Master’s degree from Northern Arizona University in English Education. She went on to receive her law degree from Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and had the opportunity to spend her summers in the Washington D.C. area as a law intern. After coming back to Arizona, Andrea began her career as an Administrative Law Judge presiding and deciding Unemployment Appeals. Andrea then transitioned to the Attorney General’s Office where she handled hundreds of trials, mediations, and court hearings. After her time with the state, she transitioned to Maricopa County Legal Advocate Office where she represented children in Juvenile Court, removed as part of a DCS cases. She is very comfortable and confident in the courtroom, providing skilled and knowledgeable representation for her clients in that setting. Her comfortability and experience in the courtroom gives her an advantage over other attorneys in this field, which results in better outcomes and peace of mind for her clients.. Andrea focuses her practice on all juvenile matters (including adoptions, terminations and guardianships), as well as dissolutions of marriage, legal separation, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly “custody”), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, relocation, orders of protection, and injunctions against harassment.. Andrea is a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association, the Arizona Women Lawyers Association as well as the State Bar of Arizona.. While she is not practicing law, Andrea enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband and dog Penny, and enjoys traveling, concerts, cooking, playing the piano, and time with extended family.
Connor Moore is a people-oriented and results-driven family law attorney born and raised in Mesa, Arizona motivated by a passion for advocating for people in emotionally difficult and complex situations.. After graduating with honors from Mesa Preparatory Academy, Connor attended the University of Arizona where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in law and was included on the Dean’s List for his academic achievements. Connor also volunteered in several leadership roles with a large international organization.. Connor attended Indiana University McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis where he made an impact within his first year by serving at a legal aid clinic providing services to indigent clients as well as being elected as president at an established organization at his law school. Connor was later asked to conduct legal research and writing for one of his professors to assist in his drafting of scholarly articles and books on a variety of topics. Connor was selected as a legal intern for a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and tasked with drafting memos of fact and law for utilization during official Congressional visits.. After graduating from law school and passing the bar exam, Connor worked at a local civil litigation firm specializing in elder abuse cases classified as complex, tier 3 litigation in Arizona. At this firm, Connor was part of a compassionate, client-centered team that endeavored to secure hundreds of thousands of dollars for their clients through their devotion and experience.. Connor’s legal career has been primarily in the area of family law. He seeks to give honest, clear advice and options at a time when a person might feel hopeless and defeated. Whether through negotiating a settlement or litigating at trial, Connor provides confident and detail-oriented representation in all types of family law matters in order to achieve the best results possible for his clients.. In his free time, Connor enjoys spending time with his Wife and dog and playing basketball.
I'm Cody Hayes and I operate a law firm dedicated to helping people become unmarried without ruining the rest of their lives. I was a teenager when my mother and stepfather transitioned out of their marriage.. As a family, we were always doing things together: Sailing trips to Catalina Island; Hiking and backpacking through every tiny canyon and stream we could find, and mountain biking and rollerblading together as a family all over the city. My twin brother and I had the time of our lives.. I remember how confusing it was to have been there through all those good times, only to find myself with two parents who no longer wanted to be with each other. It was hard for me to understand why it wasn’t worth it for them to try again.. My parents encouraged me and my brother to ask questions. And they gave us honest answers. In the end, I remember asking each of them independently if they could see any way possible to stay their own ways, each of my parents helped me understand that being apart from one another was what would make them the happiest.. I couldn’t argue with that. I didn’t like it and it wasn’t my preference, but I could respect their decision because I knew it was the truth.. As time went on, I came to realize that the relationship I had with my parents didn’t depend on them being together at all.. And they were right about their happiness. By transitioning out of their dysfunctional marriage and moving forward with their individual lives, they became more relaxed, more joyous, and easier to be around. They both refocused on what was important to themselves and began to accomplish their personal goals again.. In a dysfunctional marriage, nobody wins. Moving forward with their lives made it possible for my parents to be happy, and enabled them to support me and my brother in ways they couldn’t have managed if they had stayed together.. At Hayes Esquire PLLC, it’s our mission to help people become unmarried without ruining the rest of their lives — and to help couples with children transition from husband and wife to partners in parenting. We achieve our goals by seeing to it that clients of the firm gain the legal information, advice, and emotional support they need to ensure that their disputes are resolved without a lot of bitterness and resentment, that their families are left intact, and that the stress and expense often associated with prolonged litigation is alleviated.. Not only is a divorce the end of a marriage, but it can also be the beginning of a fulfilling life for everyone involved. If you’d like to transition from married to unmarried in a way that moves you toward the brightest future possible, please contact us for a complimentary consultation.. Sincerely,. Cody L. HayesHayes Esquire PLLC
1850 North Central Avenue Suite 2400 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Corporate , Family , Family
Ms. Hamilton practices exclusively in the area of family law. Ms. Hamilton has been a Certified Family Law Specialist since 1992. Her experience includes handling complex divorce matters, often including business valuation issues and other forensic matters. Ms. Hamilton also specializes in custody litigation and handles issues concerning child support, paternity, cohabitation, and premarital agreements.. Ms. Hamilton has served as the President of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Arizona, is a member of the Arizona Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AZAFCC), served on the Executive Board for the Family Law Section for approximately 8 years, has served on the Judicial Training Committee for Family Law Judges and has been honored to be named as a member of the Litigation Counsel of America.
40 N Central Ave Ste 2310 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Family
Caleb is as Arizona as they come. Born and raised in Mesa, Arizona, Caleb is a proud Westwood High and Arizona State University Alumnus (just like his mother). While in high school, Caleb participated in cross country, basketball, pole vaulting, math club, orchestra, choir and musicals. This variety of interests allowed him to gain an appreciation for every person’s unique interests, problems, and perspectives. Understanding how to listen to every person’s point of view has transitioned to his law practice as Caleb is able to better focus on his clients’ issues and work towards the best possible solution on their behalf. Caleb grew up attending ASU baseball games and rooting for the other Valley sports teams his whole life. After high school, Caleb was honored to serve a two-year mission in Colombia. There he grew to love serving the vibrant people of Colombia, including building homes in the community. After returning from Colombia, Caleb completed his undergraduate and Juris Doctorate at ASU. While in law school, Caleb’s favorite classes were trial advocacy, a fondness that would motivate him to pursue a career in family law. This love would transition in to his family law practice, where achieving excellent results for his clients is his daily inspiration.. The joy of helping others is what drives Caleb’s pursuit of excellence, both in and out of the courtroom. Focusing on achieving the best possible results for his clients, Caleb excels in developing and maintaining friendly relationships with all parties during the course of a case. Caleb utilizes daily the philosophy that a spoonful of honey is more persuasive – and efficient! – than a gallon of vinegar. Clients, Judges and opposing counsel alike all benefit from his warm candor and high spirits. Much like his time on the stage during the 10+ musicals he performed in growing up, Caleb loves the spotlight of Courtroom. Caleb tirelessly prepares for trials and hearings and the moment is never too big for him to deliver exactly what his clients need in front of the Judge. Covering hundreds of hearings and thirty plus bench trials during his combined time as an Arizona Assistant Attorney General and as a Family Law Attorney, Caleb loves being in the courtroom and the exciting challenge of litigation. Representing others who are in need of equity and justice drives Caleb’s undying work ethic. Most Family Law cases are a journey, and Caleb delights in taking that journey step-by-step with his clients. Whatever his clients’ needs – a short trip or the long haul – Caleb is there for them every step of the way.. A Sun Devil fanatic, Caleb attends every football game he can and loves making the games a family affair. Caleb takes pride in his Arizona roots and deeply loves the beautiful people and state of Arizona. He is married to the love of his life – also an Arizona native – and has two children. When he’s not playing baseball or monkey-in-the-middle with his kids, Caleb loves experiencing the wide array of restaurants found in Arizona. Go Devils!
201 N Central Ave Ste 3300 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Estate Planning, Family , Insurance , Personal Injury, Probate , Real Estate , Business, Business, Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business Formation, Corporate , Family , Probate , Real Estate , Taxation - State & Federal, Trusts, Wills, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Business, Corporate & Incorporation, Tax, Probate, Real Estate
Beth is a shareholder at Jaburg Wilk and has been practicing law for more than three decades. She chairs the firm’s Estate Planning and Business Law Department. As both a Tax Specialist certified by the State Bar of Arizona – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Public Accountant, she has a unique expertise in assisting her clients with their estate planning as well as closely held businesses. She has assisted hundreds of families – including ones with substantial assets – with their estate needs ranging from simple estate plans to complex multi-generational gifting plans.. Her expertise and wide range of experience in structuring business entities and succession plans allows her clients to take advantage of tax and business opportunities, as well as protecting the individual business owner’s assets from the reach of creditors. She assists families, closely held businesses’ owners, and individuals by providing succession planning, business planning and estate planning. Whether trusts, wills, powers of attorneys, living wills or healthcare directives, Beth has the skills to help clients preserve the wealth they have created to benefit themselves, their family, and succeeding generations. She has also assisted in formation of (501(c)(3)) non-profits and assisted clients with charitable gifting.. Beth has represented clients from the start-up phase of their business to growing into multi-million dollar companies. These are longtime clients and Beth has been an integral part of that growth. She has assisted them with mergers, acquisitions and sales, real estate transactions, entity formation to maximize tax advantages, stock sales, leases, and like-kind exchanges. Representative transactions include:. She has appeared on various television programs to discuss estate planning topics, gifting strategies and other effective estate planning techniques. She authored Charitable Gift Planning, which appeared in the Arizona Attorney and has spoken locally on a number of estate planning topics.
1422 N. 2nd Street Suite 100 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Family
My practice focuses on all areas of family law and domestic relations matters, including divorce, child custody, adoption, termination of parental rights, and many others.
40 N Central Ave Ste 2310 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Family
Annabelle Abel is a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated associate family law attorney with Cantor Law Group. Annabelle was born in Franklin, Tennessee, but spent the majority of her childhood in Cave Creek, Arizona. From a very early age it was clear to Annabelle that the beautiful Arizona desert would be her permanent home.. Annabelle received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona Honors College where she majored in Public Policy and Criminal Justice. While at the University of Arizona, Annabelle served as a campus tour guide, an Ambassador for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and she held several leadership positions within her Greek organization.. After receiving her undergraduate degree, Annabelle attended Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law where she received her Juris Doctor. While in law school, Annabelle was selected as a student mediator for the Lodestar Mediation Clinic where she assisted the public by mediating a wide array of civil cases for the Justice Courts of Maricopa County. Additionally, Annabelle worked for a boutique family law firm where she initially became enamored with the practice of family law. After completing her first family law internship, Annabelle focused her third year of law school on classes and experiences that would serve her as an aspiring family law attorney. One such class was Community Property Law, where Annabelle obtained the CALI Excellence for the Future Award.. After law school, Annabelle passed the Arizona State Bar Examination and began her practice as a family law attorney. As a practicing family law attorney, Annabelle has litigated a wide variety of cases throughout the State of Arizona including contested custody matters, relocations, complex dissolution cases, jurisdictional disputes, domestic violence issues, and annulments. While Annabelle enjoys tirelessly advocating for her clients in Court, Annabelle also understands the value of settlement and mediation and uses her experience as a Justice Court Mediator to assist her clients in reaching amicable settlement agreements when possible and beneficial.. Annabelle is intimately aware of the toll that family law matters take on her clients, both emotionally and financially. As such, Annabelle strives to provide each of her clients with the knowledge, confidence, and tools necessary to endure each case.
40 N Central Ave Ste 2300 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Family
A believer that hard work and determination can lead to amazing results. Greg has used this approach in all aspects of his career.. Greg grew up in Brandon, Mississippi and graduated from Belhaven University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. After graduation, Greg worked for a regional moving company as its office manager. However, Greg found his calling for the law when he made a career change taking a position as a paralegal for a Jackson, Mississippi based tax law firm. Greg used the skills he learned as a paralegal working closely with clients to further his legal career. He then went on to finish his legal education at the University of North Dakota School of Law. During law school, Greg was a member of Law Review and represented his law school at a national appellate moot court competition. He also clerked for a Maricopa County Superior Court Judge while in law school where he got hands on experience inside the courtroom.. After earning his Juris Doctorate, Greg began his career working in employment law where he assisted people through tumultuous times. Greg then went on to work in commercial contract law where he found a true love for the courtroom. In this capacity, Greg had the opportunity to see cases from both sides’ point of view, and found that he wanted to spend his life helping people through their difficult situations.. In his free time, Greg enjoys spending time with his wife and their dogs. They enjoy traveling and all things food related. Greg also loves to spend time watching hockey.
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